Head to head
Ifor Williams GD85 vs Ifor Williams P8e
The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 177kg lighter empty and has a bed 1cm longer.
Last reviewed 13 September 2026
Key differences
- Gross weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross.
- Unladen weight: the Ifor Williams GD85 weighs 177kg more empty.
- Internal bed: the Ifor Williams P8e has a bed 1cm longer.
Specifications side by side
| Ifor Williams GD85 | Ifor Williams P8e | |
|---|---|---|
| Gross weight | 1,400kg single axle / 2,700kg twin axle | 750kg |
| Unladen weight | 395kg single axle / 485kg twin axle | 218kg |
| Internal bed | 2.5m x 1.58m (8ft 2in x 5ft 2in) | 2.51m x 1.45m |
| Brakes | Braked, auto-reverse over-run | Unbraked |
| Payload | - | 532kg |
Sources: Ifor Williams GD85, Ifor Williams P8e. Figures vary by model year and options, so check with the supplier before you commit.
Buy or hire the GD85 if...
- you want one that is rated 650kg heavier gross
The entry point of the Ifor Williams general duty range and one of the most common working trailers in Britain. Smallholders, gardeners and tradespeople buy it for everyday hauling without needing a heavy tow vehicle, and the twin-axle version roughly doubles the payload for a modest gain in unladen weight.
Full GD85 specifications →Buy or hire the P8e if...
- you want one that is 177kg lighter empty
- you want one that has a bed 1cm longer
For domestic and light trade users wanting the most bed space available before needing to move up to a braked trailer, useful for bulkier garden or DIY loads.
Listed by
- Blains Trailers & Tyres - Hemel Hempstead, Great Gaddesden
Common questions
What is the difference between the Ifor Williams GD85 and the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams GD85 is rated 650kg heavier gross. The Ifor Williams P8e is 177kg lighter empty and has a bed 1cm longer. The Ifor Williams GD85 is a general duty box trailer, single or twin axle; the Ifor Williams P8e is a the largest of Ifor Williams' unbraked small domestic trailers.
Which is lighter, the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Ifor Williams P8e?
The Ifor Williams P8e. It is 177kg lighter empty than the Ifor Williams GD85.
Can I tow the Ifor Williams GD85 or the Ifor Williams P8e on a car licence?
Yes, as far as the licence goes. Both are rated at or under 3,500kg gross, and a car (B) licence has covered towing up to 3,500kg since 16 December 2021. Your car still has to be rated to tow the loaded weight - check the handbook or the VIN plate.
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